Restoring the brain : neurofeedback as an integrative approach to health

Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Table of Contents
Foreword
Preface
Notes on Editor and Contributors
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part I: Development, History, and Theory of Neurofeedback
	1. Changing the Paradigm from Neurochemical to Neuroelectrical models
		1.1 The Early Days of Speculation
		1.2 The Soups and the Sparks
		1.3 The Neurochemical Paradigm
		1.4 Moving to a New Paradigm
		1.5 Traditional Wave Bands
		1.6 Conclusion
		Notes
	2. History of Neurofeedback
		2.1 The Scientific Antecedents of Neurofeedback
		2.2 The Foundations of Neurofeedback in Animal Studies
		2.3 Evaluation of SMR Reinforcement with Human Subjects
		2.4 Neurofeedback in Application to Addictions
		2.5 Slow Cortical Potential Training
		2.6 New Departures in Neurofeedback
		2.7 Status of the Principal Approaches to Neurofeedback
		2.8 Toward a New Departure in Feedback
		2.9 The Development of Infra-Low Frequency Training
		2.10 Toward an Understanding of Covert, Continuous ILF Neurofeedback
		2.11 A Summary Perspective
		Notes
	3. Toward a Theory of Infra-Low Frequency Neurofeedback
		3.1 Introduction
		3.2 Categories of Brain Dysfunction
		3.3 The Trauma Model
		3.4 Mechanisms of Regulation: Historical Roots of the Slow Cortical Potential
		3.5 ILF Neurofeedback in the Frequency Domain: The Frequency Rules
		3.6 A Resonance Phenomenon
		3.7 Implications for Inter-hemispheric Coordination
		3.8 Foundational Research in Characterization of ILF Neurofeedback
		3.9 Summary and Conclusion
		Notes
	4. Astrocytes and Infra-Low Frequencies
		4.1 Introduction
		4.2 Rhythmicity of the Brain and Energy Cycles
		4.3 Implications for Neurofeedback
		Notes
Part II: Neurofeedback in Clinical Practice Settings
	5. Neurofeedback in Clinical Practice
		5.1 O verview of the Clinical Process and Development of Individual Treatment Plans
		5.2 Combining the ILF Approach with Proven Older Neurofeedback Methods
		5.3 Closing Remarks for Neurofeedback Clinicians
		Notes
	6. Neurofeedback in an Integrative Medical Practice
		6.1 Introduction
		6.2 Assessment and Screening
		6.3 Case Presentations
		6.4 Conclusion
		Notes
	7. Neurofeedback in Combination with Psychotherapy
		7.1 Overview
		7.2 Case Study #1: Bipolar I Disorder, Postpartum Mixed Episode
		7.3 Case Study #2: Severe Generalized Anxiety Disorder with Severe Alcohol Use Disorder
		7.4 Conclusion
		Notes
	8. Remediating Brain Instabilities in a Neurology Practice
		8.1 Introduction
		8.2 Case Vignettes
		8.3 Exploiting Neuroplasticity
		8.4 Patient Selection
		8.5 Prescribing Brain Training Protocols
		8.6 Viewpoints: Neurofeedback Practice in a Neurology Office
		8.7 Summary Statement
		Notes
Part III: Specific Applications Areas of Neurofeedback
	9. Early Development and Childhood Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
		9.1 Introduction
		9.2 Neurodevelopmental Disorders
		9.3 Risk Factors Associated with Mental, Behavioral, and Developmental Disorders (MBDDs) in Children
		9.4 Prevalence of Behavioral, Emotional and Developmental Disorders in Children
		9.5 Diagnosis-based versus Symptom-based Treatment Approach
		9.6 Case Studies
		9.7 Conclusions
		Notes
	10. Neurofeedback in Application to the ADHD Spectrum
		10.1 Introduction
		10.2 Refinements in the Analysis of CPT Data
		10.3 Results for the Evaluation of Group Data for ILF Neurofeedback
		10.4 Why Diagnosis Is Not Important from a Neurofeedback Perspective
		10.5 The ADHD Spectrum in the Clinical Perspective
		10.6 Clinical Case Studies
		10.7 Summary and Conclusion
		Notes
	11. ILF Neurofeedback and Alpha-Theta Training in a Multidisciplinary Chronic Pain Program
		11.1 Introduction
		11.2 Acute Pain vs Chronic Pain
		11.3 G ate Control Theory
		11.4 Pain as an Alarm Signal
		11.5 Components of Pain
		11.6 Multidimensional Nature of Pain
		11.7 Influence of Culture in Understanding Pain
		11.8 Functional Rehabilitation Program
		11.9 Pain Psychology
		11.10 Physical Therapy
		11.11 Neurofeedback
		11.12 Alpha-Theta Training
		11.13 Alpha-Theta Imagery
		11.14 Case Presentations
		11.15 Final Thoughts
		Notes
	12. Effect of Infra-Low Frequency (ILF) Neurofeedback on the Functional State of the Brain in Healthy and Depressed Individuals
		12.1 Overview
		12.2 Background
		12.3 The Pilot Studies
		12.4 ILF Neurofeedback in Healthy Subjects
		12.5 Clinical Case Studies
		12.6 Summary and Conclusion
		Notes
		Acknowledgments
	13. Neurofeedback with PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
		13.1 Introduction
		13.2 The Post-War Impact on a Warrior’s Life
		13.3 Standard PTSD Care in the Military
		13.4 The Trauma Memory
		13.5 Comorbidity
		13.6 Pharmaceutical Care
		13.7 Evidence Base for Neurofeedback Treatment of PTSD
		13.8 Ongoing Issues with Treatment of Veterans
		13.9 Why Neurofeedback?
		13.10 Experimental Military Treatment Programs for PTSD
		13.11 The Positive Impact of Neurofeedback
		13.12 A Perspective on Neurofeedback for Post-Combat Re-entry
		13.13 The Case of Jackie O: Combat Medic
		13.14 Conclusion
		Notes
	14. The Sleeping Brain: Neurofeedback and Insomnia
		14.1 Introduction
		14.2 Aspects of Sleep
		14.3 Neurologic Control of Sleep–Wake Activity
		14.4 Brain Metabolic Activity during Sleep
		14.5 Insomnia
		14.6 Hyperarousal in Primary Insomnia
		14.7 Current Treatment Recommendations for Insomnia
		14.8 Behavioral Conditioning in Neurological Disease
		14.9 Neurofeedback and Sleep
		14.10 Abnormal Sleep and ADHD
		14.11 Case Presentations
		14.12 Conclusions
		Notes
	15. Conclusion: The Future of Neurofeedback
		15.1 Introduction
		15.2 The Ideal Future of Neurofeedback
		15.3 Predicting Future Developments
		15.4 Neurofeedback in the Family
		15.5 Neurofeedback in Social Services and Criminal Justice
		15.6 Neurofeedback in Education
		15.7 Summary and Conclusion
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